Interesting Facts About the BMW 1 Series E87
The BMW 1 Series made its debut in 2004 with the five‑door E87 hatchback, kicking off the brand's first‑generation lineup. Production of this generation continued until 2013, covering model years 2005‑2011 for most body styles and extending to 2013 for the coupe and convertible.
Why hank?
- Free to use - no hidden fees
- European reach - sellers across EU/EEA & UK
- Direct contact - no middlemen
- Auto-translate - no language barriers
- Specializing in rare and hard-to-find parts
Birth of the 1 Series – 2004 Launch
The very first BMW to carry the 1 Series name arrived in 2004 as the E87 five‑door hatchback, marking the start of a new compact‑car era for the marque.
A Decade of Production (2004‑2013)
The E81/E82/E87/E88 generation was produced from 2004 through 2013, with model years spanning 2005‑2011 for most variants and continuing to 2013 for the coupe and convertible. A mid‑cycle refresh, the 2007 LCI, ran from 2007 to 2011 within this generation.
Transition to the Next Generation in 2011
After the first generation wrapped up, BMW introduced the second‑generation 1 Series (F20/F21) in 2011, ending the E87’s run and ushering in a new design language for the compact line.
Popular BMW 1 Series Parts
Need parts for your BMW 1 Series?
hank is a reverse marketplace: you post what you need and sellers contact you with offers. Stop searching - let the parts come to you!